How to Pronounce Hit

To pronounce "hit", say HIT — one syllable, IPA /hɪt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

Letters

/hɪt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hit”

"hit" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with shit and fit, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: hitt — easy to mix up when writing.

What does hit mean?

noun

A blow; a punch; a striking against; the collision of one body against another; the stroke that touches anything.
“The hit was very slight.”
Something very successful, such as a song, film, or video game, that receives widespread recognition and acclaim.

verb

(heading, physical) To strike.
To manage to touch (a target) in the right place.
“I hit the jackpot.”

adjective

Very successful.
“The band played their hit song to the delight of the fans.”

Synonyms

beat pelt thump beset fall upon lay into bang ram

Antonyms

miss flop turkey cut kill

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Words that rhyme with hit

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shit fit grit bit counterfeit split admit transmit submit remit acquit omit

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hit"?▾

"Hit" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "hit"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hit" is /hɪt/.

What does "hit" mean?▾

Hit: A blow; a punch; a striking against; the collision of one body against another; the stroke that touches anything.

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